2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
